Architectural Design Manager

Talent Groups is seeking an experienced Senior Manager – Architectural Design to support the Design & Construction Department in overseeing architectural design initiatives for branded hotel properties. This role will focus on franchise renovation projects, new construction, property conversions, and compliance with brand standards across multiple hospitality brands.

Responsibilities:

• Review architectural plans, specifications, and design submittals for renovation, conversion, and new construction projects
• Conduct Property Improvement Plan (PIP) site visits for both new and existing hotel properties
• Develop and document PIPs aligned with brand standards and operational requirements
• Lead and oversee junior staff members, consultants, temporary workers, and interns
• Create and improve internal design processes, documentation, and workflow efficiencies
• Independently solve complex design and construction challenges while making time-sensitive decisions
• Develop conceptual renovation and architectural design solutions for hospitality properties
• Support franchisees and external consultants by interpreting and communicating design guidelines and brand standards
• Manage multiple concurrent projects across various stages of development and construction
• Apply brand-specific architectural standards across multiple hotel brands and property types
• Produce renderings, sketches, diagrams, and presentation materials using tools such as Bluebeam, Photoshop, SketchUp, and Revit
• Maintain prototype plans and specification manuals
• Coordinate cross-functionally with internal departments to align development and brand objectives
• Conduct construction-phase site inspections to ensure compliance with approved plans, fixture placement, and prototype standards
• Travel extensively to project sites as required

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Architecture required
• 8–10 years of commercial architecture experience
• Proven ability to manage multiple large-scale projects simultaneously
• Proficiency in AutoCAD
• Proficiency in Bluebeam
• Proficiency in Adobe Acrobat
• Proficiency in Photoshop
• Proficiency in SketchUp
• Proficiency in Revit
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience using digital photography and photo-editing software
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management capabilities
• Ability to develop creative and practical architectural solutions
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to mentor and guide junior team members and consultants
• Strong independent judgment and decision-making skills
• Experience handling diverse architectural and operational challenges
• Comfortable working in fast-paced and high-pressure environments
• Ability to coordinate with internal departments, franchise owners, contractors, and consultants
• Up to 50% travel, including overnight travel
• Ability to work extended periods sitting, standing, or walking
• Capability to visit active construction sites and hotel properties
• Ability to manage multiple interruptions while maintaining professionalism and customer service standards
• Must have strong visual acuity, hearing ability, and depth/color perception
• Architectural Licensure preferred but not mandatory
• Strong experience with hospitality projects preferred
• Additional experience with multifamily and retail developments is highly desirable